Episode 382

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10th Feb 2026

5 Things I’m Seeing That Are Ticking Me Off and Screwing You Up

There are a handful of ideas I’m seeing everywhere right now — on social media, in ads, and in the weight loss space — and honestly, they’re driving me a little crazy.

Why? Because they’re oversimplified, misleading, and quietly setting people up to fail.

In this episode, I break down five things that sound convincing on the surface, but often do more harm than good when it comes to weight loss, health, and long-term success.

This isn’t about trends or hot takes.

It’s about learning how to think more clearly in a world that rewards extremes, shortcuts, and unrealistic expectations.

If you’ve ever felt confused, discouraged, or pulled in ten different directions when it comes to fitness and nutrition — this episode will help you recalibrate.

This episode is for . . .

>> Anyone tired of conflicting advice about weight loss

>> People who feel overwhelmed by fitness trends and extremes

>> Those who want sustainable results — not shortcuts

>> People who value clarity, honesty, and long-term thinking

>> Anyone ready to stop chasing hype and start thinking critically

Here's what we'll cover . . .

  1. Why absolute, black-and-white claims should always raise a red flag
  2. How underqualified coaches create more confusion than clarity
  3. Why trying to fix internal struggles with external “solutions” rarely works
  4. The real problem with short-term challenges for long-term weight loss
  5. How unrealistic body ideals distort what “success” even means anymore
  6. GLP-1 medications, peptides, and why they can’t do the work for you
  7. Why “It depends” is often the most honest and correct answer
  8. How social media has warped our expectations of healthy bodies
  9. The difference between being good at social media and being good at coaching


This episode reflects how I approach coaching — not with absolutes, gimmicks, or shortcuts, but with nuance, real-world application, and keeping the long game in mind.

If you want help cutting through the noise and building something that actually works for your life, you can learn more about working together by emailing me at: Support@CoreyLittleCoaching.com


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Welcome to the Real Life Weight Loss Podcast where we cut through the confusion and get down to the truth - down to what really works for REAL people when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off. We're diving into the most doable, sustainable weight loss strategies.

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What’s up! My name's Corey Little.
I’m a down to Earth, real-life, donut-loving, “lose weight while getting away with as much as you can” weight-loss specialist.

When it comes to the world of fitness and nutrition, there isn’t much I haven’t done – from champion bodybuilder with 3% body-fat ... to all-you-can-eat buffets to ... training professional athletes to helping a mom of 3 finally drop that 20 or 30lbs she’s been dying to lose.

I am the voice of reason for the busy mom or dad who’s ready to drop weight and get fit, but doesn’t want to become some Crossfit maniac or join a “Diet Cult.”

I am the trusted guide, walking you through the often intimidating world of trying to figure out which diet or supplement actually works and which is a scam.

If losing weight doesn't fit into your life, then it doesn't work. Practical, realistic, sustainable, LIFE-changing results ... that's how we roll.